Plant Quality Manager

Copeland • Rushville, IN

44d • Onsite

About The Position

A Plant Quality Manager is responsible for overseeing and maintaining the overall quality of production within the Rushville manufacturing plants by: implementing and enforcing quality systems, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and driving continuous improvement initiatives to optimize product quality and efficiency; all while collaborating with production teams to address quality issues and uphold customer expectations; key duties include inspecting products at various stages, conducting quality audits, analyzing data, identifying root causes of defects, and leading/training staff on quality procedures and multiple functions.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, science, or a related field
• Strong understanding of quality management principles and methodologies (e.g., ISO, Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing)
• Proven leadership experience, 5+ year, in a manufacturing environment with a focus on quality control
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams, internally and externally
• Proficiency in data analysis tools and statistical methods
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities

Nice To Haves

• working knowledge of eTQ, Team Center Document Suppository, Oracle or similar ERP, Outlook 365, and Microsoft Teams

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive quality management systems (QMS) including inspection protocols, testing procedures, and documentation/document control (Team Center) to ensure product consistency and compliance with regulatory requirements
• Conduct regular quality checks throughout the production process, including sampling, testing, and data analysis to identify potential quality issues and take corrective actions
• Investigate non-conforming products, identify root causes of defects, and implement preventive measures to prevent recurrence
• Ensure adherence to all relevant quality standards, industry regulations (e.g., ISO, UL), and customer specifications
• Train quality and production staff on quality procedures, standards, and proper documentation practices to promote a culture of quality awareness
• Conduct internal quality audits and manage external audits to identify areas for improvement and maintain compliance
• Analyze quality data to identify trends, generate reports, and present findings to plant management to support decision-making
• Lead initiatives to optimize production processes and identify opportunities for quality improvement through Lean Manufacturing principles (structured problem solving) or other methodologies
• Collaborate with Supplier Quality (SCM) and suppliers to ensure incoming materials meet quality standards and address supplier quality issues
• Engage and lead Quality Department hourly and salary team members, developing each to be his/her best and cross-train within the areas of focus

Benefits

• Flexible and competitive benefits plans offer the right options to meet your individual/family needs: medical insurance plans, dental and vision coverage, 401(k) and more.
• We provide employees with flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave, vacation and holiday leave.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Industry: Machinery Manufacturing
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees